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Part #500995-001

Product Manual:

#LG5 Series

Manhole Guard Retrieval System

T.A. Pelsue Company

2500 South Tejon Street

Englewood, Colorado, USA  80110

Tel. 800-525-8460 or 303-936-7432 

Fax. 303-934-5581

Internet: www.pelsue.com  

Email: [email protected]

ISO 9001 Certified

Summary of Contents for LG5 Series

Page 1: ...l LG5 Series Manhole Guard Retrieval System T A Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood Colorado USA 80110 Tel 800 525 8460 or 303 936 7432 Fax 303 934 5581 Internet www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ISO 9001 Certified ...

Page 2: ... 500995 001 Product Manual LG5 Series Manhole Guard Retrieval System Revision 06 Date 01 09 2018 Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...d a continuing reputation for excellence in the production of fine products for a broad spectrum of industry throughout the world Now in our second generation of family direction continued commitment to innovation and quality makes Pelsue a leading source of equipment for many types of confined spaces We specialize in safety retrieval fall arrest ventilation cable placing splicing and maintenance ...

Page 4: ... 3 0 Configuration Assembly 8 3 1 Label Locations 4 0 Safety 10 4 1 Warning Statement 4 2 Safety Alert Symbol 4 3 General Safety Information 4 4 Operating Safety 4 5 Maintenance Safety 4 6 New Operator Safety Information 5 0 Product Operation 13 5 1 Product Description Capabilities 5 2 Product Installation Set Up 5 3 Product Operation 6 0 Maintenance Inspection 17 6 1 Maintenance 6 2 Inspection 6 ...

Page 5: ...ce ensuring customersatisfactionisoneofthedifferentiatorsthat sets you apart from the pack and yields a competitive advantage Therefore wewillsupporttotalcustomersatisfactionby implementing the ISO 9001 Quality System and providing the necessaryatmosphereand training to nurture this concept throughout our organization Wewillmakeeverybusinessdecisionasthoughthequalityof the part or service provided...

Page 6: ...e covered by this warranty Unless otherwise agreed the T A Pelsue Company shall repair or replace the defective components within 30 calendar days of notice of failure T A Pelsue Company s obligation hereunder shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product or component as set forth above and shall not include any liability whatsoever for damages caused by such failure including but n...

Page 7: ...d to pass on to new operators Establish a regular training program for experienced and new operators per this manual Establish a regular maintenance and inspection program to keep the equipment in top condition This product is a part of a man rated confined space entry retrieval system The user must read understand and follow the instructions contained in this manual for each component or total sy...

Page 8: ...assembly upon receipt To fully assemble the upper sec tion 1 Secure the Screw Lock Carabiner 1 to a Swivel Eye located on the Hub of the upper section by unscrewing the screw lock on the Carabiner and hooking through the Swivel Eye 2 Hook the Cable Ready Pulley 2 onto the Carabiner 1 and fully tighten the Screw Lock on the Carabiner Refer to parts list above if replacement parts are required Repla...

Page 9: ... Manual LG5 Series Manhole Guard Retrieval System Revision 06 Date 01 09 2018 Page 9 3 1 Label Locations 3 500234 001 1 102072 002 Figure 3 1a LG5 TA Label Locations Figure 3 1b LG5 GA Label Locations 1 2 3 1 2 500997 001 ...

Page 10: ...these practices a working part of your safety program Be certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the procedures recommended and follows safety precautions Remember most accidents can be prevented Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices System owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to use the equipment and...

Page 11: ...hould the need arise and know how to use it 5 Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident Store in a highly visible place 6 Install and properly secure all guards and shields before operating 7 Wear appropriate protective gear This list includes but is not limited to A hard hat Protective shoes with slip resistant soles Heavy gloves Protective clothing Face Protection 8 Review and f...

Page 12: ...r the operator bystanders and the area around the work site Untrained operators are not qualified to operate the equipment Many features incorporated into this equipment are the result of suggestions made by customers like you Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the equipment safely and how to set it to perform as intended By following the operating instructions in conjunction with ...

Page 13: ...llowing section will address the capabilities and the general operation of the Pelsue LG5 Series Manhole Guard Retrieval System The instructions contained within this section should be adhered to each and every time the product is used Any person tasked with installing or operating the piece of equipment should be familiar with these procedures Figure 5 1a LG5 Series The load rating given here may...

Page 14: ...are present and adjustable e All T Handle latches are secured to the system and undamaged f Verify that the Restraining Chain on the Upper Assembly is intact and secure Verify that the safety chains are present on the guard Note The safety chains on the guard are not meant to be a load bearing mechanism 5 1 Product Description Capabilities continued 5 2 Product Installation Set up Figure 5 2a LG5 ...

Page 15: ... legs into the corresponding guard corner posts Refer to Fig 5 2d c After the upper and lower sections have been fully deployed and connected level the system using the leveling feet on the bottom of the lower section at each corner post Refer Fig 5 2e The maximum allowable extension for the leveling feet is 4 measured from the bottom of the guard corner post to the ground Full thread engagement i...

Page 16: ...e full retrieval capability Configuration 3 A hoist accessory bracket LGL B can be purchased from Pelsue This acces sory enables the use of a standard personnel hoist Please refer to Section 8 0 for a detailed description Configuration 2 A 3 Way SRL Self Retracting Lifeline device can be connected directly to one of the front vertical legs on the lower section of the LG5 Fig 5 3c The channel brack...

Page 17: ...cumentation A log has been provided in section 6 3 specifically for the recording of the dates results of annual system inspections Periodic Factory Service Inspection It is recommended that the product be serviced by a factory authorized service center or the manufacturer after a period of three years Extreme working conditions may indicate the necessity to increase the frequency Factory servicin...

Page 18: ...to the factory for repair Pay special attention to weld locations look for cracks or separation at the welds Keep in mind the powder coating can age and crack this normal paint cracking can be confused with structural cracking If there is any uncertainty with regards to cracks contact the Pelsue service department for assistance and or recommenda tions Ensure that the upper and lower assemblies ca...

Page 19: ...Anchor Points Overall Structure Notes Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Place a check in the box if item is acceptable place an x X in the box if item requires maintenance or repair model Number Serial Number Date Purchased LG5 ...

Page 20: ...Page 20 6 3 Inspection Log continued Date labels Pins Fasteners Overhead Anchor Points Overall Structure Notes Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign ...

Page 21: ...or retrieval system should be performed prior to usage in an area not subject to fall hazard Once installed the platform and bracket can remain on the unit indefinitely the upper assembly can be stowed with the hoist adapter installed a First choose desired leg for hoist mount location b Fasten the hoist mounting platform with the necessary hardware Refer to Fig 8 1a c Then fasten the hoist bracke...

Page 22: ... can now be payed out so that the hoist line can be reeled over the pulley and carabiner that is included with the LG5 system Fig 5 1a Ensure that the pulley and carabiner are properly fastened to an overhead anchor point and operate the system within the limits of the LG5 system the hoist Note If required a secondary Fall arrest System can be attached to the second swivel eye at the apex in corre...

Page 23: ...val System Revision 06 Date 01 09 2018 Page 23 9 0 Contact Information For More Information T A Pelsue Company 2500 S Tejon St Englewood CO 80110 Toll Free 1 800 525 8460 Telephone 1 303 936 7432 Fax 1 303 934 5581 Website www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ...

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Page 26: ...ISO 9001 Certified T A Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood Colorado USA 80110 Toll free 800 525 8460 or 303 936 7432 Fax 303 934 5581 Internet www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ...

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